William R. Oliveras was 29 when he was fatally shot in Chicago on January 26, 2008. His death occurred during one of the city’s most violent years, when more than 500 homicides were recorded, and became part of that grim toll.

It notes the same obstacles that affected many shootings then: gang-related violence in parts of the city, few witnesses willing to come forward, and fear of retaliation, which complicated investigations. Oliveras’ homicide is listed among numerous unresolved killings from that period.

If anyone knew William Oliveras, saw activity near where he was killed, or has information that could help, please share what is known with investigators.